New Start Technical Coordinator

JRAD is seeking a highly qualified New Start Technical Coordinator to support health technology development initiatives for the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H).

Roles/Responsibilities:

This role requires a strong background in biology, chemistry, and/or infectious diseases, with a focus on the development of new programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• New Program Support:
  • Assist Program Managers (PMs) in developing and researching ideas for new programs and technologies.
  • Develop strategic and technical plans to promote the ARPA-H mission.
  • Support the preparation of new start briefings and assist new PMs.
• Technical Expertise/Subject Matter Expertise (SME):
  • Provide technical expertise for new and ongoing programs, including contributions to reviews, site visits, and demonstrations.
  • Offer recommendations to mitigate technical risks and assess potential program impacts.
  • Independently assess laboratory results and other tests, and provide expert feedback on research proposals.
• Risk Assessment and Management:
  • Identify and mitigate technical risks at both the program and agency levels.
  • Offer feedback on risk reduction activities and develop risk management strategies.
• Program/Study/SBIR Management Support::
  • Track technical progress and deliverables, liaising with stakeholders to ensure alignment with program goals.
  • Prepare and review program management briefings and documents.
• Briefing Support:
  • Develop clear and concise presentation materials for technical concepts and strategic plans.
  • Prepare briefings for senior Health and Human Services (HHS) personnel and stakeholders.

Required Skills and Education:

• PhD in Chemistry, Biological Sciences, or a related scientific field.
• 14+ years of relevant experience.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in data management tools, health product strategy, and commercialization strategies is highly preferred.

Security Clearance:

• The ability to obtain or maintain Public Trust

When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits!

JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care
• Disability Insurance
• 401K Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

JRAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are many factors considered when determining the compensation provided in an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions.